1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Volare | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Plymouth | Smart |
| Model | Volare | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
